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“Our wedding plans please everybody as if we were fertilizing the earth and creating social luck.”

Quote by Marge Piercy

Book:Braided Lives: A Novel

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Braided Lives: A Novel

This novel delves into the complex relationships and shared experiences of its characters, weaving together their individual stories into a tapestry of interconnected lives. more

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Marge Piercy is an American poet born on March 31, 1936. Her poetry extensively covers social and political issues, known for her profound social consciousness and feminist perspective. more

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